Get Involved

Help prevent crime before it happens

You can get advice from Avon and Somerset Police on how to keep yourself and others safe, and help stop crime and anti-social behaviour in your community. Find out more.

Ever thought about being the next PCC?

Sue Mountstevens is offering a unique opportunity to shadow her. Sue wants to encourage a greater diversity of candidates for directly elected roles at the next PCC election in 2020.

The scheme is open to all but it is hoped that under-represented groups of people including women, BME, LGBT and disabled people will consider applying to ensure greater representation from across the communities of Avon and Somerset.

Are you interested in scrutinising the police?

Why not join one of the PCC’s panels looking at complaints or police powers or police custody or the use of out of court disposal orders. There are a number of ways you can support the work of the PCC and take an active role in scrutising the police on behalf of local people. Find out more on the PCC website.

Volunteer Roles

Volunteering within Avon and Somerset Constabulary provides you with an opportunity to work alongside police officers and staff, gaining valuable skills and experience within a professional and public organisation. It offers the opportunity to meet new people and work as part of a team, engage and interact with people from different communities and backgrounds whilst making a positive contribution to the local community.

Also rural crimes can really be reduced by the use of Watch schemes. By using your knowledge and awareness of what is happening on and around your land, you can help to reduce crime and deter criminals. You can help by joining Farm Watch or Horse Watch. Find out more on the Constabulary website.

Community Speedwatch

Volunteers monitor vehicle speed at approved locations, send the information to the police and then the police write a warning to the driver who was speeding. Community SpeedWatch is a positive example of the use of the community itself to raise awareness and educate those who cause risk and harm in our community.

This Police and Crime Plan articulates a vision for policing in Avon and Somerset that I share with the Police and Crime Commissioner. By working towards the Police and Crime Plan and taking steps to be as agile, efficient and cost-effective as we can, we aim to be an outstanding force providing an effective, efficient and legitimate service that our staff, officers, volunteers and the people we serve can rely on and be proud of”